Mr. Gergen,

As always, I appreciate your wisdom and insight. While, yes, I usually agree with your thoughts, more frequently you give me something deeper to consider and think about.

Thank you so much!

–D

How can you say that he is off to an excellent start? In 100 days, he has managed to put our GREAT-GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN in Debt. that's not exactly what I would call an excellent start.

I'm glad to see you are beginning to feel Obama may pull off his ambitious agenda. In the first 6 weeks or so, I remember you repeatedly saying on CNN that the President is taking too much on, that he needs to focus like a laser on the economy. While I don't want the President to dilute his abilities, I am inspired by his agenda. He is making me feel like real change is truly possible for this country, and helping allay my cynicism about how Washington is always politics as usual.

1st 100 days,Obama gets an A- .

Johnny Isaacson and Saxby Chambliss are our representatives. Being republican, they give no support to our president. What they don't realize is that by not supporting our president in anything, they are also letting us down. This state almost voted for Obama and if he had come here one more time, they would have...however, the establishment is strictly republican. Our president has had many good ideas and they could put their anger at their loss aside like adults and voted "yes" on at least one thing. Voting "no" on everything gives them no creditability. We can work together on some things....they just don't want to hoping Obama fails. So far this type of vote is proving nothing and Obama is doing great.

I think President Obama has done very well his first 100 days. He has certainly dealt with some tricky problems and situations. He's proven to be a leader... calm and in control when needed most. Nothing like the last President.

I'm looking forward to having health care I can afford in the near future.

I wonder if Obama has the guts to stand up to these globalist like Kennedy did. We can only hope that he makes a good name for African Americans across the nation. Please Obama you have the security please fight for American freedom.

I think Pesident Obama has delivered on his promises so far, given the economic and global political stresses. The job ahead for his administration is huge, I don't expect an immeadiate turnaround, that would be unrealistic. I look forward to seeing where we are at the end of his first term. He'll be called a hero or a zero. For the sake of everyone in North America, I hope hero.

Great synopsis.

David, i have long admired and respected your political views and have to say once again you have summarized this presidency and the administrations performance in a clear, concise and fair manner.

The Treasury Secretary gets an "A."

President obama gets an A+. He came from a senate job to president job with little experience and to all the big big problems that he acquired from day one. He did a lot, we still have to give him some time. A tree cannot grow in one day. We all have to join hands with him to make it work and stop all the criticizims.

Well I dont give him that good of a grade with America because when he went to Mexico who did he blame over the drugs..American people who did he give help to ....Mexico.When he went to Cuba who did he blame ....American people.It makes a person wonder when he went to these other countries who did he blame.I got news for him when it comes to Mexico if the ones in office would have done their jobs and closed the border Americans wouldn't have had that much consumption.When he went to Cuba,it was Cuba against United States but still yet they blamed the American people.So are we the American people always to blame?Talk about the Swine Flu,they have been more people died in my state from addiction either died of an over dose or died in jail than what they have so far been with this Swine Flu but yet those addicted dont get no were near the attention as this flu does.So over all I give him a C.

I am sorry to say that the President is showing his credentials. There are none. He was a community organizer and has never had the experience along with his choices of staff that have the common sense on how to understand the dynamics of running and building and sustaining a business, He and his administration does not know and understand the grass roots of our economy on how to resource and build a healthy business. The only thing they understand is their own experience. That experience is one of feeling that money comes from the atmosphere of there is an unending resource of money from the so call rich. If they only have ever built a business from scratch and understood the sacrifice of money, hours of effort of not even making a minimum wage with the hopes of achiving the "American Dream" in the beginings of building the foundation of a healthy business that employes multiple employees that in turn contribute in that payroll to the tax base to our economy. Unfortunately, there is a mentality to penalize those who even dare to sacrafice and dream to achive and say to bad, we need now to take all your hard work and sacrafice of the past and your achivements now need to be divided to those who have no desire to work or risk to achive. You are seeing an evidence of actions by this administration to push through policy and without transparancey and without anybody having the opportunity to read a bill before a vote! This is not democracy or common sense business! It is the immature inexperience action of an administration that does not have a clue of what they are doing and think that if you throw money at a problem (and they have admitted they have no clue where the money is going) it will resolve the problem. This has been a course of history in this country of waste and the ineptness of the attitude of wasteful spending by our government. The evidence is there! Look at history and look at who is now trying to run our country! This is like getting on an airplane and asking a person who has seen pictures of an airplane to be the pilot to fly you from Chicago to Washington but has never stepped inside of an airplane. This is totally crazy! This is the typical idealistic illusion of not living in a realistic world and with the "hope" that inexperience and knowledge is a better answer!

Unfortunately the vast majority of people live in this illusionary dream world that thinks and dreams that this is a substitute for reality. I am afraid that the common sense of the few have now been over come by the majority of foolish hopefully dreamers without substance and understanding! Hence we have now burnden our future generations for our past and present transgressions and this will throw this country in to economic turmoil that will bend us to our knees and possibly flat on our face.

I think he chose so much to take on so much to confuse us to get what he wants passed. From what I can see, he started alot of things, but never put much effort into putting it in place. He's not as popular as what the news media says he is.

David you are one of the elder statesman, and you are highly respected, your opinion is right on the money.
This president will be one of the best presidents ever, he is doing a
great job, and he will bring peace into this world.

David,
I specifically watch CNN to get your opinion on matters above all others. I find you to set the standard for unbiased jounalism with an articulate delivery not capable by most. As a Democrat, I thank you for this piece and and whole heartedly agree.

David, your synopsis of President Obama's First 100 Days is the best I've read, because you outline the context in which those 100 days should be viewed. This president has a myriad of probems to deal with, but thus far, I agree he has set a tone of calm that goes a long way in easing the public's fears day to day. I'm not sure that there is any way for him not to "do too much", but from what I've seen I have confidence that this president will search for the best possible solutions for the country as a whole.

Mr. Berger, I have long admire you for the non partisan way you seem to have when you make political commnets. You are one of , if not the most, prefer comentarist on television. I like the way you make the commentary about our president. I think you hit it right in the "nails head".
Hope to continue hearing from you on all the political issues.
Thanks for your honesty and courage.

The best way to descibe Obama's first 100 days would be to use his own administration's new term for terrorism – a man caused disaster!!!

I think he has done a very good job overall. I am watching closely on how he will do against Islamic terrorism. I don't want the democratic left to influence him too much in the defense policies.

A-

President Obama has shown he is a man of integrity,courage,approachability, with an innate sense of the needs of the US and the world. He is comfortable in his own skin with an uncanny ability to fully answer questions from his countrymen,his staff and the press straight from his well rounded and full knowledge of the crises we face.

I am disappointed at his stand on abortion. I challenge him & all here to look at the graphic photos on the National Right to Life site. Health care monies should not be spent for abortion on demand. Use that money for those with no health coverage.

David,

I truly admire the way that you review everything in an above board fashion. You don't take party into consideration. You are fair and believe in the truth. I greatly appreciate you for that.

Obama has had a lot on his legislative "plate." Some of the issues he's dealt with were inherited. However, his administration, in handling those inherited issues, did a better job than the previous administration. To me, the jury's still out on how the stimulus did – I'm still not working.

Overall, I give him an A-...great job on the analysis.

I give the President a "B" so far. In his first 100 days he has set a new tone in Washington of a President and a cabinet that seem to be at work around the clock.

I love how Sec. Clinton has been given the green light to be an individual in her job, not just a lackey who regurgitates what the higher-ups say. She seems enormously popular at the State Dept., and there is no question that she brings gravitas to that role once again.

That's the thing for me: gravitas. It's a thing that Reagan had, and everyone just knew it, no matter what side they were on. Obama has it, and for all the disatisfied conservatives out there, it's okay to admit that as an asset of their President even if they choose to continue to take their ball and go home rather than participate.

I'd give a higher grade, but the Obama administration needs more time to let the smoke clear a bit on things like the stimulus. For now, a solid "B" that reflects the restoration of competency in the Oval Office and surrounding team.

David,

"By my lights" also, the biggest mistake the president has made is to tolerate the bonuses and other executive compensation that is beginning to pick up steam yet again. Unless Americans listen to people like you and put a stop to this, our economic woes will be prolonged.

However, I would add that the president has made some mediocre to poor choices for cabinet positions. My guess is that Hillary Clinton will do a fair to poor job at State. Daschle would have been horrible at HHS.

Overall the president has shown that he is a mere human being, but a thoughtful, intelligent and caring one unlike his horrific predecessors.

Excellent summary David; you bring a significant degree of credence and validation to your work which is much appreciated given the myriad number of pundits spewing less than concise analysis of the very complex issues of our day. Where there is no confrontation there is no resolution and the President is bringing energy and attention to issues long neglected.

I watched our leader, President Obama, tonight , telling us to use good protocol in preventing the spread of Swine Flu. By washing our hands and not coughing into them. Then I watched the entire group of reporters passing around a microphone for everyone to talk into without sanitizing it. This is a true example of "Joke of the Century for the United States of America". No wonder the whole world laughs at us!! This should be embarrassing to all of us.

Good grief. You are President. Stop talking about the campaign.
The race is over.

I am praying for the President, Congress and our nation. I believe it is far too soon to properly assess anything. The greatest challenges are still ahead for this President and this nation. We had better delay patting ourselves on the back at this time. The times are very dangerous. We have much to suffer before this thing is judged by history...much

I agree completely with Mr. Gergen and I would like to ad the following: this nation has been neglected internally for the last 30 years. We have fallen behind in education, healthcare, transportation, infrastructure, environment, and energy self-sufficiency. We were spoon-fed the "me" philosophy and our social conscience was allowed to die. How can anyone be indiferent to the fact that 1 in 10 Americans lack health insurance. Furthemore, our values had been so distorted that the attempts to provide coverage for every compatriot are deemed "un-American" and socialist.

I believe that the greatest role this administration will preform will be to repair all, or at least most, of these areas. Thes are not tasks for the private sector. These are social endeavors.

While our country was allowed to decay, beginning with the re-armament under President reagan in the 1980's, trillions of dollars have been spent in arms and military campaigns overseas. Is America more secure today than it was in 1980? What do we have to show for all our projected power? We are still threatened in our own cities while our children can no longer match the knowledge of children of other countries in mathematics and science and our bridges and roads crumble.

As Mr. Gergen does, I hope that this government will succeed in its goals, for the sake of all of us.

I agree with James Wo. Islamic terrorism is an important issue that does not get the attention it deserves.

As a former republican (yes, my party let me down and I decided to fire them) I am very surprised by the interesting comments posted here. Of course there's the usual nuts for whom nothing, absolutely nothing our President does will be right. But there's a growing number of people that are using their intelect (and not their emotions) to analize the administration's actions.

David,

You are a breath of fresh air. I really respect your opinion and appreciate the fact that even though you are a Republican, you can be very objective in your commentary.

I wish more Democratic and Republican Analysts could be as objective as you are.

I support Obama and am a Democrat myself, but it is very helpful to have an objective view from another viewpoint.

I agree with David's comments and also agree with the praise given to him on his unbiased approach. As I read all these comments, however, I cringe at the poor grammar, sentence structure and spelling. Doesn't anyone ever proof read? Obama's efforts toward improving our country's education system can not come soon enough!

David,
To put in plain words, you are a true states man, a real American
keep up with your great job. CNN is very proud to you.
Sam
Linden NJ

I give the president an A+ for his address.

100 days is nearly not enough time to describe a man who pulled off the definition of an illusion....I did not vote for him but will give him more then 100 days to prove himself. The American people at this point in our world...deserve that. He has a lot of balls in the air....lets see what happens to fall ...if any. Nice piece though.

David,
You are one of the best analyst on CNN, for the same reason as is evident here. Your positions are always well grounded on seasoned experience, logic and objective data. Perhaps most importantly, they are not grounded in political idealogy/partianship. For that I thank you, as I seek objective information to reach my conclusions. I find myself seeking your analysis on a regular basis.
I find your position here also well founded. President Obama is a Leader and Statesman and does seem to handle a multitude of tasks well. Agreed, he may drop a ball or two, it's not the big ones. Agreed that he is able to elicit the public's 'strength' for the 'struggle'. Agreed that the final analysis will be based on the success of his actions, which appear grounded in his foresight. I do see and believe he is extremely articulate. I also believe that he considers all information, makes sound and reasoned decisions, and is attempting to address the vast majority of issues (that have historically gone unaddressed) which truly go to the very fabric of MY/OUR United States. As always, David, well said, well grounded. I happen to expect history will show him as one of the most influential Presidents ever, but as you say, we'll see.

The President earned a grade of 95%. I felt his responses were on target with his goals and objectives.

The President is not boring he assumes the American People are intellectually capable of understanding a few details. How refreshing to actually be allowed to be a part of a Presidents thoughts and problem solving. Bring it On.

I think that the Pr esident has gone far beyond the call of duty . The people should be proud of him.

I give the president an A+ for his address

I hope that the President watches CNN whenever Mr. Gergen is commenting. His perspective is the most valuable on tv.

I am very proud of my President. I believe he can and will overcome what ever is thrown at him.
-God bless

MY DEAR PEOPLE SLOW AND STEADY WINS THE RACE, WHATEVER PRESIDENT OBAMA IS DOING IS GOING TO PROVE WORTHY IN A COUPLE YEARS AND EVERYTHING WILL BE 100% BACK TO NORMAL. TRUST OBAMA!!!!

God answers prayers. David Gergen wrote a pretty good piece. However, I am so tired of hearing about Reagan. I couldn't stand him. I never saw not one African American during news coverage of his funeral. Not one. I don't even recall seing Condi Rice or Gen. Colin Powell, either. I don't know why they keep comparing Obama to Reagan. However, I believe in our President. He's a man of honest and integrity. I didn't begin disliking George Bush. He earned it. He lied about Iraq. He was careless about New Orleans. He lied abiout the recession. He said he didn't know anything about gas reaching $4.00 a gallon (which happened a few months later). Had the most deaths in Texas prisons. That is just for starters. Then, there's Cheney. I am getting a headache

I give President Obama an A+

I do not see how we can expect President Obama to fix all that needs fixing in a hundred days when it took years to get us where we are today. I wish we could hear more good things on the new .

The world would be a better place if we supported one another and see the good in each other rather then reporting all of the bad things
and people would be uplifted to hear more good things. Everyone likes a pat on the back every once in a while. . Robbie C N ewman

David, as usual you did a unbiaed brilaint job. My view of Obama is like comparing him to one hundred year storm levels. I believe that a leader comes along every 100 years that so surpasses all others. Obama is one of those leaders and he could not come at a more critical time in the history of the world. I give him a A+.

We finally have a president that gives the ideals of Thomas Jefferson a distinct possibility of being applied to all of our nation's citizenry. He is a wonder in walking the fine line between liberals and conservatives. True, there are those that appear to hate him for simply ending white male rule in this country, but the election clearly showed that a majority of the nation is ready for real change and they selected the best candidate to make it reality.

I love that the panel includes both Donna and David. Also Roland. Great panel. Even Fareed nice bonus. and the gentleman that was all for Hillary has even been impressed. I like.... Oh, and I Love John and his wall. Oh and of course u Anderson.

David Gergen's explanantion of the first 100 days was an interesting historical perspective and provided a context to view the presidient within this time frame. Aside from his historical persective David's analysis is always articulate and intellectually sound. David is one of the best commentatores in the media and CNN is fortunate to have him. I hope his students appreciate how lucky they are to have him as an instructor.

The man is humble, shrewd, and smart very smart.....I support his policies b/c I support the ambitions, and inginuity of Americans.....there is talent and innovation that will be birthed, and is walking among us now. His main policies will help give all Americans a fighting chance......the rest is up to us all......

President Obama certainly deserves an A for tonight's performance.

President Obana gets an A+ from me. With all that he has had to do just to try and keep our economy going, the wars, car industry, wall street and many more, he deserves an A+. I just heard a gentleman from the New York Times today, and his speech was on the President. It was wonderful. I hope he gets a copy. This was in San Mateo, CA

I think the president has done an excellent job his first 100 days, and I give him a A+

David, Excellent article... you are an unbiased journalist. As a democrat you highlight both Obama's ups and downs.. not like others who just look at one side. Obama gets an A! He inherited two wars and a bad economy... we cannot blame him for that. He is trying to remedy the situation and these "talking heads" for the right keep blaming him.. if it was a republican in the Oval there wouldn't be any attacks on him.. but Obama is STRONG and he WILL LEAD us out of this dark chapter in American history..

What is admirablel about President Obama is - that he appears to really remain committed to his personal core beliefs.

He does not really waffle - he walks a straight line – and you are free to question him later. But he listens actively, and follows his instincts.

Heal and blend our diversity, recognize our international friends, and recognize & confront evil AND - do not forget our CHILDREN - like your precious daughters - lead us to a higher plane of our ambitions.

Godspeed President Obama. There are horrid problems and I thank God that you are at the helm.

David, as usual you did a unbiased briliant job. My view of Obama is like comparing him to one hundred year storm levels. I believe that a leader comes along every 100 years that so surpasses all others. Obama is one of those leaders and he could not have come at a more critical time in the history of the world. I give him a A+.

I agree with Ed Rollins that the preaident has a tendency to talk too much. His answers are always on point but the lengthy explanations do test one's patience. He is much too inteligent to let this happen. He might try a bit of humor. I couldn't help but think of how Jack Kennedy would have reacted, especially to the New York Times" "timesey", too cute question.

I am encouraged by his foreign relations policy initiatives thusfar, and as mentioned, the freedom that Hillary has been given to be her own person. The bailouts? Definitely a negative, especially in light of the banks actions in raising interest rates on credit even on those who have flawless credit. Additionally, they aren't loosening the purse strings as was the plan. Credit is very much unavailable to all except those holding the top credit ratings.

My biggest disappointment, however, comes in the form of jobs leaving the country and President Obama's lack of understanding on the issue. He is being lied to and poorly advised if he really thinks these are jobs that we don't want in this country. There are a slew of jobs being lost from the middle class, jobs that pay from $50k to $125k. If those are the jobs that we supposedly don't want, then I am obviously NOT one of the "we" to which he refers. During the campaign, he promised to reward those who create jobs here and penalize those who are sending our jobs out of the country. Until he follows through with this promise, he can count on my vote going to someone else the next time. It was bad enough that he flipped on the FISA issue, but jobs? We cannot survive without them, especially since it has been the middle class who traditionally lift our economy out of the doldrums and back into robustness.

Overall grade to date: C+ .

President Obama is doing a fabulous, outsanding! Folks, America, lets work together, Pres. Obama is going to make it all better, he's is the who must have this journey... Everyone that believes that they are decent human beings and love their neighbors, lets work together and do the Right Thing, we have alot of more living to do, keep the Unity and let's work together. All of you that criticize President Obama, give him suggetions, "don't hate", show some "love", Yes, things are very out of control, but they don't have too be; Praise be to God, we are Blessed by Christ Jesus and All the Glory be to Jehova Jireh, in Jesus Name!! Yes, We DID! CAN! WILL!

Your comments leave no doubt that you analyze critically and constructively. The president has excellent communications skills and understanding of the issues which confront this nation. The issues which confront this nation evolved over the last 20 plus years. Now is the time to work for the common good rather than "me" first.
The "blue dog" Democrats in the House can help address national issues in a more meaningful manner.

This blog appears to be nothing but full of sycophants.

I have to vigorously disagree. Obama is not making any hard choices whatsoever. He is giving everyone every damned thing they want. Just witness his totally irresponsible $3.4 trillion budget. This type of spending, on top of what his party hacks in Congress already passed in the form of both the $870B "stimulus" (misnomer) and the terrible $400B "supplemental", will destroy the dollar. The Chinese are already dumping dollars and shoring up their reserves of tons of gold as they fear the dollar becoming worthless and the US debt becoming totally untenable and unmanageable.

We are in for real trouble with this guy.

I thought Bush was irresponsible in spending.

Obama takes the cake.

Mr. President,

I'd waterboard to save your family...

I wish you would at least to the same for mine !

Would you have waterboarded a terrorist to prevent 9-11
and the thousands killed ?

I give you a " D "...

My unborn grandchild give you and congress an " F " ...

When Obama is criticised for not getting the Republicans to work with him we should understand that if the Republicans support Obama, they will be committing political suicide.
8 years of unprecedented prosperity under Democrat Clinton,
8 years of political and fiscal disaster under Republican Bush, Then 8 years of prosperity under Democrat Obama creates a political suicidal sandwich for the Republicans.

Obama: A- .

Gergen: A+ !

Great piece here...I agree the president has made a few small mistakes, but considering all that he has on his plate I give President Obama an A+. We all have to remember that no one perfect and he's going to make some mistakes along the way. The small things are so minor though compared to the larger problems such as the economy, the two wars, health care, engergy, swine flu...ect. Obama is doing a fantastic job, especially considering he is getting absolutely no help from the Grand Obstructionist Party. After the last miserable 8yrs I'm happy that American has an intelligent President that we should all be proud of.

David
I am impressed with your honesty and fairness and unlike many pundits politics does not determine your response on issues thats important to the American people. Your observation of the president press conference was great. Great Job

Great work as usual summarizing David. The fact that Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama and a veteran team of foreign affairs pros have worked together so well is a testament to Obama as president and to the others as professionals and patriots.

Obama gets an A, Clinton gets an A, and America made the right choice to end eight dark years with real change!!!!

I am very pleased with the direction of this country thanks to our new leader. I feel confident in the new administration. A+ to Barack Obama and his administration. A+ to David Gergen, too!

It was once said that a black man would be president "when pigs fly" indeed 100 days into Obama's presidency. . . Swine flu

I gave president Obama AAA., he gave an excellent speech.

I admire both David Gergen and Obama. I voted for him as he is intelligent, street smart and inclusive. I strongly differ with the President on Islamic terrorism,which must be dealt firmly with force, diplomacy and education her in America and abroad,especially Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Iran. It will take a century to control the Islamic threat.

Saudi Arabia loves Obama !!! +A +A +A

Let's reconvene in another 100 days, another 100 and the end of 4 years. President George Bush had the same approval rating at this point in time.

When is this man going to stop campaigning and start leading? He is not a statesman! Honestly, taking partisan shots at people who attended tea parties as he travels around speaking, costing taxpayers $ today?!?

His administration is Amateur Hour! So many mistakes from those in the Administration; so many criminals and tax dodgers in his administration.

This is scary, folks!

President Obama. Hip Hip Hurrah!

Excellent Job in the first 100 days in the White House. No other President have done it. You get an A++++++++ for this.
The eight years under Bush and Cheeney were nothing but a gross disaster. They did eveything in thier power to drain this country. I hope the New Attorney General looks into this and prosecute them for all their wrong doings, lies, cheats, mis-leading the Americans, mis-leading the world, accusing Iraq with WMD, accusing Iran, accusing North Korea. They must pay the price.

Well said, David. I have such admiration for Obama's intellect, calm demeanor, and his understanding of the real America. How can anyone say he's trying to do too much? There's SO much to be done, and not a moment to waste! Let's also remember he can't single-handedly fix our problems; it's going to take all of us. We all need to do what we can – we're all in this together.

I think Obama has really made the grade. He really was left to clean up the mess that Brush has left. I think that Brush is the devil. I do beleive that he knew he was creating a mess in our country. The Mexico border has really become a problem for us. And is soaking up all of our benefits and wonder why are we in such a mess. Good Luck President Obama.

we love you Mr. and Mrs. President here in Houston, Texas

Keep up the Goooood Work

Mr. and Mrs.President Barack Obama
A+ A+ A+ A+ A+ A+ in everything

I am a 9year associate at Wal-mart. With this new stimulis package he has giving to the people who make under 250000, we get a tax break on our taxes now. Are we going to have to pay it back when we file taxes next year. I dont think people know how this is going to work and thats why I'm asking you for help. For someone who makes 1200 every 2 weeks and there only taking out $15 in federal taxes. I think thats going to bite us in the end. So I am claiming married at a single rate so I make sure theres enough taken out. So since I am having to change my taxes we really arent getting the extra money. Can you please email me if you have the answers. Or maybe have someone on the show to explain it to everyone cause I know at Walmart alot of us are asking questions. Thanks